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  • PSY 250: Research Methods in Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course examines the methods used to explore research issues in psychology. Emphasis is placed on observational, correlational, and experimental techniques used by social scientists. Students will learn how descriptive and inferential statistical procedures are used to answer research questions. Assignments are utilized to help students understand all the phases of scientific research: hypothesis formation, design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation. Prerequisite: PSY 160; Pre/Corequisite: MTH 160
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  • PSY 260: Social Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    Social Psychology is the study of the individual in his society. Theories of social psychology, methods of human research and philosophical assumptions of the nature of man are stressed. Modern problems of aggression and other social factors in the development of personality, social attitudes and attitude change, interpersonal and group processes are studied and researched in the classroom. Prerequisite: PSY 160
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  • PSY 265: Child Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course explores child development from the prenatal stage though adolescence. Topics include physical, cognitive, social and emotional development along with current research methodology. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relationship of heredity to environment, cross cultural comparison of children, and the ecological system in which development occurs. Prerequisite(s): PSY 160
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  • PSY 267: Psychology of Gender

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course examines the diverse experiences, contributions and perspectives of women and how the concept of gender shapes human lives. Students explore how gender roles develop and how gender plays an important role - including sexuality, education, occupations, physical and mental health, politics and the media. Multicultural and cross-cultural perspectives such as social, cultural and economic variables are integrated throughout the course.
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  • PSY 268: Adolescent Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course investigates the process of human development during adolescence by examining identity formation within the context of biological, cognitive and psychosocial changes during this period. Family, peer, educational and social influences are emphasized in exploring normal as well as atypical development. Prerequisite: PSY 160
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  • PSY 269: Human Memory and Cognition

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course provides an overview of research on human memory. Topics covered include the major theories of memory and the critical data that have been gathered to develop, test, and challenge these theories. The research reviewed will cover both the classic work and the current work done by memory researchers on a number of core issues. The information covered in this course will focus on both experimental research and applications to everyday use of memory.
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  • PSY 270: Abnormal Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    Abnormal Psychology is the study of mental disorders that are listed in the current diagnostic system. A historical perspective, assessment and treatment are presented. The individual mental disorders are explained from a descriptive, causative and treatment perspective. Diagnostic statistical criteria are presented with each of the mental disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 160
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  • PSY 275: Human Sexuality

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    Human Sexuality will provide a brief biological review of the human sexual anatomy and the human reproductive system. The focus of the course is on the psychological aspects of human sexual behaviors, differences in male and female sexuality, and human diversity. The course will include a broad spectrum understanding of sexual behavior and loving relationships. Prerequisite: PSY 160
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  • RAD 111: Radiographic Procedures and Patient Care I

    4.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course will provide the student with an introduction to radiologic imaging. Topics will include the role of the radiographer in the health- care setting, the history of radiography and basic radiation safety. Appropriate radiographer conduct and communication skills in the clinic setting will be discussed along with radiographic anatomy and procedural considerations, patient care, safety and emergency procedures. In the lab, students will learn positioning terminology, equipment manipulation and proper positioning of the appendicular skeleton, lungs and abdomen. In addition, students will learn to evaluate images for proper exposure factors and demonstration of anatomy. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171; Corequisite(s): ALH 122, BIO 172, RAD 121
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  • RAD 121: Principles of Radiographic Image Capture and Display

    3.00 Credits
    Westmoreland County Community College

    This course will provide students with an introduction to the production and characteristics of radiation, image capture, image processing, manipulation of exposure variables, and the effect of manipulating exposure variables on image quality. Student experimentation and demonstrations are included in the application of theory. Prerequisite(s): BIO 171; Corequisite(s): ALH 122, BIO 172, RAD 111
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